Nikhil T. Vettikattu, MD

Hometown: Chino Hills, CA

Undergraduate: University of Southern California; BS, Human Biology; BA, Jewish Studies

Medical School: Emory University School of Medicine

Professional interests: head and neck oncologic outcomes, reconstructive surgery, head and neck cancer biomarkers, robotic surgery, wound healing

Favorite vacation: Camping at Yellowstone National Park

Favorite outdoor Nashville activity: Shelby Bottoms Greenway

Best Nashville pizza: Midnight Oil

Why VUMC OHNS residency? Collegial and supportive co-residents, incredible faculty committed to teaching and resident advancement